Rental Application Instructions

Step 1 – Complete our Online Application

Each person over 18 that will live in the property must submit their own separate application.

Fill in your application as completely as possible. Missing information will delay processing and could result in a denial.

Summary of Rental Qualifications and Application Process:

Required Information – Government issued ID, 4 most recent pay stubs (or 2 years tax returns + 3 months bank statements if self-employed), pet photo taken with applicant (if applicable). Residence history & landlord contact info for last 3 years. All adults aged 18+ must apply & pay a $65 app fee.Security Deposits -Applicants with better credit and references will generally be approved at a security deposit of 1 month’s rent. Applicants with combined credit scores below 660 and references may still be approved at up to a double deposit.Common Reasons to be Declined – evictions, unpaid balances due to landlords, credit score beneath 550, insufficient income, unsatisfactory references, and recent bankruptcies. Unqualified occupants, pets, and/or vehicles can also be a reason for decline. Felonies of illegal manufacture or distribution of a controlled substance within the last 7 years, felonies resulting in bodily harm or intentional damage or destruction of property for example, “arson”, within the last 7 Years, or sexual related offenses for any time period will either be declined or may be required to post an additional security deposit as a part of your approval. Learn more by reading the Resident Selection Criteria segment of our application.

Step 2 – Pay Your Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)

Your Earnest Money Deposit is due within 2 business days of application approval.

What is an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)?

Your Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is a deposit that shows the landlord that you are serious about renting the property. The amount of the EMD is one month’s rent.

What happens to my Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)?

Your EMD is applied to your first month’s rent. You will also need to pay your security deposit prior to move-in.

How to pay your Earnest Money Deposit:

Deliver certified funds (e.g.- a cashier’s check) in person or by mail to our main office.
6518 Old Carolina Rd.
Haymarket, VA 20169